2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B4000 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2440 mm |
